Three Ferrari rookies in 2021 ‘not possible’
(GMM) Ferrari’s sporting boss Laurent Mekies has played down hopes that all three high-profile academy driver members will be in Formula 1 next year. Mick Schumacher and Callum Ilott will … Read More
Category: Formula 1
Jos Verstappen hopes covid era ‘will soon be over’
(GMM) Jos Verstappen, the father of Red Bull driver Max, says he hopes the corona crisis “will soon be over” in Formula 1. Seven months and ten races into the … Read More
Rumor: Honda eyeing Formula E
Honda’s withdrawal from Formula 1 Friday has raised speculation about a potential Formula E involvement for the Gen3 rules set that arrives in 2022/23. Timing-wise it works – move engineers … Read More
Honda decides to quit F1, is IndyCar next? (2nd Update)
Honda and Chevy will announce an extension of their engine supply agreement with IndyCar tomorrow at IMS, hence any speculation that Honda may also leave IndyCar is now put to … Read More
Rumor: Hamilton ‘playing poker’ with 2021 contract (Update)
The matter of Lewis Hamilton’s expiring Mercedes contract could be delayed until after the 2020 season. Earlier, the six-time world champion indicated that he felt uncomfortable negotiating a new deal … Read More
Steward Salo admits Hamilton penalties ‘harsh’
Mika Salo has admitted he thought Lewis Hamilton’s penalties at Sochi were “harsh”. The former F1 driver, who was a FIA steward at the Russian GP, came under fire after … Read More
Horner wants Red Bull and Honda to stick together
(GMM) It is “inevitable” that Mercedes’ dominance will end eventually, according to Red Bull team boss Christian Horner. However, with team figures now dismissing their chances of beating Mercedes this … Read More
Ralf Schumacher ‘can’t imagine’ nephew not in F1 in 2021
(GMM) Ralf Schumacher (above) “can’t imagine” that his nephew will not be on the Formula 1 grid next year. Ahead of his Friday practice debut for Alfa Romeo at the … Read More
Alonso says Schumacher greater than Hamilton
(GMM) Michael Schumacher remains “one step ahead” of Lewis Hamilton in terms of F1 greatness. That is the view of Fernando Alonso, as the world of Formula 1 contemplates Hamilton … Read More
Hamilton vows to be ‘squeaky clean’ after penalties
(GMM) Lewis Hamilton has vowed to stay “squeaky-clean” for the rest of his 2020 world championship campaign. The Mercedes driver was furious after receiving penalties for illegal practice starts at … Read More
Horner not worried that ex-Ferrari bosses run F1
(GMM) Christian Horner says he is not worried that so many former Ferrari chiefs are now running Formula 1. The Maranello outfit is the only one in pitlane with the … Read More
FIA admits F1 will not be ‘covid-free’ in 2021
(GMM) The FIA’s operations director does not think Formula 1 will be covid-free in 2021. Among Bruno Famin’s chief responsibilities this year is to oversee the health protocol that is … Read More
Perez knew Racing Point axe was coming
(GMM) Sergio Perez has admitted he knew he would be ousted by Racing Point – even before the team told him. It was rumored recently that the Mexican driver overheard … Read More
Ferrari youngsters complete F1 test at Fiorano
This was a day to remember for Robert Shwartzman, Callum Ilott and Mick Schumacher at the Fiorano track. The Ferrari Driver Academy (FDA) students each had a run behind the … Read More
Domenicali knows F1 benefits from Schumacher debut
(GMM) Mick Schumacher has the support of the Formula 1 organization as he moves closer to his expected 2021 debut, according to a well-known F1 figure. The young German’s Friday … Read More
Rumor: One more F1 contract for Raikkonen (Update)
(GMM) Frederic Vasseur has declined to say whether Kimi Raikkonen has already signed a contract to remain at Alfa Romeo in 2021. It is now increasingly expected that 40-year-old Raikkonen … Read More
Rumor: Verstappen has ‘door open’ to Mercedes move
(GMM) Max Verstappen will be “keeping the door open” for a shock potential switch to Mercedes. That is the view of former F1 driver JJ Lehto, off the back of … Read More
Hamilton must avoid further penalties – Wolff
(GMM) Mercedes’ two drivers must try to avoid penalties in the forthcoming races, according to team boss Toto Wolff. Although the decision to add two more penalty points to Lewis … Read More
Renault doing ‘incredible job’ in 2020 – Alonso
(GMM) Fernando Alonso says Renault has “everything they need” to succeed in the future. After a two-year sabbatical, the double world champion is returning to Formula 1 next year as … Read More
Mercedes at risk of ‘complacency’ – Horner
(GMM) “Complacency” may be creeping in at dominant Mercedes, according to Red Bull team boss Christian Horner. He was speaking after Lewis Hamilton was given two five-second penalties at Sochi, … Read More
Schumacher and Ilott handed F1 practice slots
Mick Schumacher will take part in first Friday practice with Alfa Romeo at the Nürburgring next week as Ferrari seek to give their three leading junior drivers Formula One race … Read More
The 10 Greatest Race Car Drivers of All Time
Auto racing has a considerable fan base across the globe. The sport has die-hard fans that follow their favorite drivers keenly. It has also attracted the attention of the sports … Read More
Rumor: Mick Schumacher to drive Friday at Nurburgring Eifel GP (2nd Update)
This rumor is upgraded to ‘fact’ today per this team announcement: Mick Schumacher will make his debut in an official Formula One race weekend practice session when he will take … Read More
Bottas slams critic after ‘f*** you’ rebuke
(GMM) Valtteri Bottas issued a furious and sustained rebuke to his “critics” after winning Sunday’s Russian GP. After winning in Melbourne last year, the Finn said on the radio: “To … Read More